Overview

Outstanding teachers are themselves products of an outstanding education. They come from preparation in a program that rewards academic achievement, emphasizes the importance of each child as an individual, and is grounded in a mastery of the theories of learning and education.

Learn to Lead the Way in Special Education:

Receive a solid foundation in child and adolescent development and learning theory, as well as instructional strategies in content areas with a concentrated focus on special education services.
Gain practical, hands-on application of knowledge with a diverse student population across all socioeconomic levels and cultural groups.
Choose a dual enrollment option with early childhood education or pursue courses that lead to an English as a Second Language certification or Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement.

Experience an Exceptional Learning Environment at Gannon University:

Study at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick, Ireland, and experience special education through a cultural lens.
Observe and explore unique educational settings in the Erie area, such as the Barber National Institute and Hope on Horseback - an equine-assisted therapy program - all centrally located near Gannon.
Enjoy access to a model classroom and resource rooms equipped with a wide variety of teacher resources to support you as you develop lesson plans and prepare for field experiences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literacy for Students with Exceptionalities PreK-12

Low Incidence Disabilities

Methods and Materials for Teaching English as a Second Language

Program Planning
Global Citizenship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-11-19 00:00:00

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Applications for undergraduate programs are processed on an ongoing basis throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

140 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Erie, United States

Disciplines

Special Education View 571 other Bachelors in Special Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

4 _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

English: 4 units
Global Language, Mathematics, and Science: Any combination of 12 units

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

40020 USD / year

≈ 40020 USD / year
Out-of-State

40020 USD / year

≈ 40020 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

40020 USD / year

≈ 40020 USD / year

Living costs

Erie

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Learn to Lead the Way in Special Education:

Experience an Exceptional Learning Environment at Gannon University:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Erie

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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